The artwork titled “Entombment,” created by Tintoretto between 1592 and 1594, is an oil painting on canvas measuring 288 by 166 cm. This piece belongs to the Mannerism (Late Renaissance) art movement and falls within the genre of religious painting.
In the artwork, the scene of entombment is depicted with profound somberness and emotional depth. At its center lies the lifeless body of Christ, surrounded by a group of mourners who exhibit various expressions of grief and reverence. To the left, the Virgin Mary, distinguished by her red and blue garments, seems overwhelmed by sorrow. The mourners, rendered with intricate detail and dynamic postures, engage in a unified act of reverence and consolation. The somber tones of the artwork, interspersed with the subtle glow of light reflecting off figures and drapery, draw the viewer into the solemn atmosphere of the scene. Above, celestial beings witness the earthly lamentation, contributing to the painting’s ethereal quality. This masterful work captures the intense emotional and spiritual gravity of the Biblical event, characteristic of the Mannerist style with its emphasis on dramatic tension and intricate composition.
